Look under your kitchen sink.  Do you see a collection of old florist vases?  No?  Are they somewhere in your basement?  Perhaps they are hiding in the pantry, laundry room or utility room.  We all have them.  It’s one of those things that we hate to throw away, but also something that never seems to get reused.

How about reusing them for a purpose other than holding flowers?  I’ve repurposed flower pots, vases and cachepots for years.  Here’s how.

I always look forward to packing up my winter clothing.  It means that summer is almost here and I am finally liberated from heavy coats, winter boots and wool sweaters!

My personal closet, coat closet and mud room suddenly feel more spacious without all of those bulky items hanging around. 

But, even though you are ready to get those items out of sight, don’t be hasty in packing them up.  Proper storage techniques will give your clothing more longevity.  Here’s my simple step by step process. 

Bursting at the seams and need new ideas on how to store your stuff? Then you are in luck. There are so many ways to organize and get your belongings under control these days. And, yes, storage can be stylish with a little thought and planning.

Most of us have a kitchen junk drawer or an equivalent hiding spot for random items that do not have a real home around the house. Looking through the junk drawer is just like Christmas. You never know what surprises are waiting in the junk drawer, and some of them are not so pleasant. Really now, who jammed the used tooth brush in there?

Has your mudroom become a dumping ground for just about everything?  Are shoes, coats, sporting equipment and backpacks overflowing the space? Whether your mudroom is large or small, there are various ways for you to organize the space and maximize its efficiency.

Does your garage currently resemble a warzone more than a garage? Do you frequently have trouble finding tools when you need them? Do you trip over boxes filled with old clothes, toys and your grade school spelling bee trophies whenever you walk through your garage? Read through this guide and learn which storage products to shop for that will help you organize your garage and tools so you don’t have to park in the driveway anymore.

Staying organized can be a challenge, but as a busy mom, it is an essential practice.  We waste too many valuable minutes looking for something; whether it’s the keys, a permission slip, important phone number or a bill, by implementing a just a few of these strategies, you will free up valuable time every day.

Winter is once again on our doorstep which means the return of warm, snuggly sweaters, boots, and coats. If your closet was already stuffed full of skimpy summer clothes, it’s probably ready to burst with the addition of all your bulky winter stuff.

So regain control of your closet clutter with these tips to help organize your closet now and keep it organized for the rest of the season. Who knows what you’ll find tucked away in the darkness – Maybe that holiday sweater or pair of jeans you’ve been searching for!

Clutter. Sound familiar? You try to organize your home, but you don’t have all the time in the world!  So keep reading to find out how you can organize your home and squash that clutter monster for good.  

Before you shop for new kitchen appliances, be sure your kitchen is looking good. These seven tips can whip your kitchen into shape in no time.